Trajectory planning for multi-arm space walking robot

Xiaoyu Chu, Jingrui Zhang, Quan Hu, Fei Liu, Youyi Wang, Wenbo Li, Liang Tang

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Abstract

In this paper, a trajectory planning algorithm for a multi-arm space robot is proposed. The robot is capable of walking on the exterior of a large space station. Based on the maneuver strategy of the walking, continuous and smooth trajectories of the manipulator end-effectors are firstly determined by a five times polynomial interpolation method. Then, the kinematics describing the relationship between the end-effector and the joint angles, as well as the platform, is formulated. An optimization solution of the joint motions is calculated to describe the motion of the manipulators. Finally, a collision detection algorithm is developed to guarantee the security during the operation. Numerical results of a triple-arm space robotic system are given to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed algorithms.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSpaceflight Mechanics 2016
EditorsMartin T. Ozimek, Renato Zanetti, Angela L. Bowes, Ryan P. Russell, Martin T. Ozimek
PublisherUnivelt Inc.
Pages1409-1426
Number of pages18
ISBN (Print)9780877036333
Publication statusPublished - 2016
Event26th AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting, 2016 - Napa, United States
Duration: 14 Feb 201618 Feb 2016

Publication series

NameAdvances in the Astronautical Sciences
Volume158
ISSN (Print)0065-3438

Conference

Conference26th AAS/AIAA Space Flight Mechanics Meeting, 2016
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityNapa
Period14/02/1618/02/16

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